Rare Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss Heads to Auction
The limited-edition supercar, one of only 75 produced, expects to fetch millions in a November Zurich auction.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Performance Vehicles
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A single-owner 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Stirling Moss is set for auction in Zurich this November. This rare vehicle, number 15 of 75 units, has been driven 8,330 miles and participated in the Mille Miglia three times.
Why it matters
As a highly exclusive vehicle with a history of participation in classic racing events, this auction offers collectors a rare chance to acquire a unique piece of automotive engineering. The car is projected to sell for between $3 million and $3.6 million.
The vehicle features a 5.4-liter AMG supercharged V8 engine producing 641 horsepower and 820 Nm of torque. It achieves 0 to 62 mph in 3.5 seconds and is 441 pounds lighter than the SLR 722 S roadster.
The players
Mercedes-Benz
This German manufacturer is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious luxury automotive brands.
McLaren
This British automotive company is renowned for its high-performance supercars and Formula 1 racing legacy.
The details
The car is built with carbon fiber bodywork and famously lacks a roof, windshield, side glass, and infotainment system to maintain its lightweight profile. Originally allocated to a customer in the Netherlands, it has remained with the same owner since production.
Timeline
2012: The owner raced the car in the Mille Miglia.
2015: The owner raced the car in the Mille Miglia.
2021: The owner raced the car in the Mille Miglia.
November 2026: The vehicle auction takes place in Zurich.
Roadmap
This auction highlights the enduring market value for ultra-exclusive, low-production performance models that define the peak of early 21st-century engineering. Such vehicles represent a departure from modern mass-market electrification by focusing on raw, track-oriented mechanical heritage.
For collectors, this auction serves as a critical pricing benchmark for one of the most exclusive Mercedes-Benz models ever produced. Bidders should prepare for significant price premiums driven by the vehicle's specific history, original ownership, and rarity.
The takeaway
Collectors interested in rare vehicles should closely monitor the maintenance records and racing provenance which often justify higher auction premiums. Understanding the specific model year and manufacturing sequence is essential for those evaluating the long-term investment potential of such supercars.
Further reading
Learn more about high-end automotive collecting in our Performance Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Autoevolution.
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